A spacious modern home

Modern houses are the most popular styles of houses today. They are characterised by
their simplicity of form, bold roof lines, and open plan living. Their styles
break out of the normal moulds of houses and are homes that are built for
specific people and in specific locations. It is often not the architects who
dictate the design but rather the location, the function or mother nature
herself. This amazing modern house was built with the clients lifestyle and
needs in mind as well as accommodating for the sloping land it was built on.
The design covers three levels, the two upper levels containing the living
areas and the lower level housing the basement. The modern style house is
matched with modern furnishings in the popular modern neutral palatte tones of
grey, white, brown and black, with the occaisional splash of colour. This house was designed by Meulen Architechts.

The Glass House

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This modern house is spectacular from the outside.
The entire back side of the house is covered in glass. Its huge façade
is reflected beautifully in the swimming pool. There are two living areas
downstairs, which both open out to the stunning pool area. They combine to form
one long living area. This focus on open plan living is common in modern
designs. The second living space has a double height ceiling, giving the
impression of even more space above. These living areas, together with the pool
would be an ideal location for socialising with friends and family. Fill your
glasses at the indoor bar and stroll leisurely around the pool. Whether it is
the indoor lights at night reflected in the pool or the daylight spilling into
the house, these windows are a great way to link the indoors with the outdoor
areas. For more ideas on pools see Modern Pool Designs.

Magical Kitchen

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Modern kitchens tend to be part of the open plan living design in modern houses. They serve to provide open communication throughout the living areas.
When cooking or preparing meals it is possible to remain part of the
conversation. It is important to keep this in mind when making further design
choices in the open plan living area. This kitchen and living area display this
very well. The kitchen divides the huge open plan living area into two distinct
spaces. This kitchen area opens out into the living area. The placement of the
furniture creates a connection between the comfortable couches and the kitchen space. In modern open plan living, the spaces are very flexible. The options for
placing furniture and decorations are endless. Consider how the room will be
used to find the optimal place for furniture.

Master Bedroom

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With the technological advancements in building materials the choice of home designs
is now endless. Designs that were once limited by the materials available and
the limitations of these materials no longer exist. This bedroom is an example
of what can be achieved with imagination, and modern technologies. This amazing
bedroom has windows along four walls, making the space light, bright and airy. With
the new technologies in window insulation large windows like these are now
popular in modern design. This huge space includes a stunning modern bed and a
comfortable chair. The colour palatte reflects the modern combination of black,
white, grey and brown. In this room the
brown rug seems to unify and ground all elements of the room.

Dining Room

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There is a popular belief that to truly appreciate the taste of food, the other senses must be dulled. A blind
clergyman from Zurich, Switzerland, Jorge Spielmann, believed so strongly in
this that he opened a restaurant where guests eat in complete darkness. The
restaurant, Blindekuk (blind man’s bluff in German) opened in 1999. This dining
room seems to have borrowed the idea of concentrating the senses on the food
rather than the view to appreciate the food. The room is essentially a wine
cellar, where guests can appreciate food and wine together without the
interferrance of bright lights or loud sounds. Consider making one room in a
modern house dedicated to food, in order to appreciate every taste, like Jorge Spielmann and his Blindekuk restaurant.

Bathroom

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It is popular in modern house designs to allow the bedroom to lead seamlessly into
the bathroom, with minimal barriers such as walls and doors. This bathroom has only a large sheet of glass
dividing the bathroom from the main bedroom. Once inside this stunning bathroom
the true scale and beauty reveals itself. One entire wall of the room consists
of a window, facing the beautiful outdoors. It allows for the bathroom to be
flooded with natural bright light, whilst also allowing amazing views of nature
from a prime position in a bath, in the centre of the room. This modern
bathroom has a minimalist theme, but contains all the elements to make it comfortable and functional. The mirror,
basins and cabinets contain all the functional elements of the room. They have
been carefully chosen to continue the simple modern theme of the house, whist
allowing functionality.

Entertaining Area

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The main living area of a house is where the majority of relaxing is done. It is
the place where weary bones rest after a long, tiring day. It is also where
much of the entertaining is done. In modern designs this tends to be part of
the large open plan living area. This modern house illustrates this well. The
large living area is divided by the kitchen, situated in the middle. This area
is designed for more intimate entertaining although with open plan living
areas, it is versatile enough to allow for parties. The huge glass windows that
divide the indoors from the outdoors fold away nicely to allow the two to merge
seamlessly.

This
modern home is a great example of a style and design that is becoming
increasingly popular in the 21st century. Characterised by bold
designs, open plan living areas and a connection between indoors and outdoors,
this house illustrates these well. This house was built for the needs and
tastes of it’s residents. The versitality of a modern house allows for all such
requirements. Due to the flexibility of design, it is also able to adapt with
the changing needs of this family. Consider a modern house to provide functionality,
style with flexibility to allow for any surprises. For more ideas on modern
houses see this Modern House Interior Design.